1986 Mitsubishi Pajero vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 188 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Pajero | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
